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Upcoming event: Crafter’s Night Out this Thursday!
paper…of ideas we are featuring at Thursday’s Crafter’s Night Out. These colorful holiday favor pouches provide the perfect opportunity to create something unique. We will be adding... The post Upcoming event: Crafter’s Night Out this Thursday! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Turning one is twice the fun!
paper…shower. And already her little darlings have turned one year old. While hundreds of miles and busy schedules keep us from seeing our former colleague, she remembered her Paper Source roots when creating this first birthday party for her... The post Turning one is twice the fun! appeared first on…
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Five Ways to Make a Night In Feel Like a Night Out
Paper Source…feel like a night out. When every day begins to feel like Groundhog Day…and you can’t remember whether it’s a Monday or Friday…this list of activities will make for a memorable night! 1.Pop & Pour... The post Five Ways to Make a Night In Feel Like a Night Out appeared first on Paper…
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Paper Source Gift Boxes take the stress out of holiday shopping
Pearl Plotkin…that will make their day? We get it. Gift shopping can be overwhelming, but Paper Source is here to help! We have Gift Box ideas to inspire you and get you ready for a season of giving... The post Paper Source Gift Boxes take the stress out of holiday shopping appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Out of this World Baby Shower + Ice Cream Sundae Bar!
paper…director, and Sean, inventory control specialist. With help from the talented Design team, we pulled together a wonderfully sweet celestial celebration. Our first step is always to come up with... The post Out of this World Baby Shower + Ice Cream Sundae Bar! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Seasonal Delights, a Crafter’s Night Out (it’s not just for the ladies anymore!)
paper…perfect confectionery containers – Yes, it’s time for holiday food gifting! Here at PS, we have a major love for cooking, and consider ourselves to be real Foodies... The post Seasonal Delights, a Crafter’s Night Out (it’s not just for the ladies anymore!) appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Out-of-the-box gift wrap ideas
Meg Kowieski…the wrapping. Here are two unusual techniques I like to use that often get a “wow.” Origami box An origami box is a super cool way to make your own gift box out of any paper. Here are a few additional tips to... The post Out-of-the-box gift wrap ideas appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Girls Night Out: Paper Flowers!
paper…how much pleasure we get from having the warmth of sunshine finally hitting the Midwest. Everywhere we look we see greenery – the hopeful anticipation of those colorful summer flowers, many of which have yet to bloom.... The post Girls Night Out: Paper Flowers! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Girls Night Out: Sassy Personal Stationery
paper…“Summertime Girl’s Night Out”! You told us you wanted more stationery, more rubber stamping, plus new cool and unusual ideas to take you outside the proverbial creative box! Our upcoming Girl’s Night Out “Sassy Personal Stationery” is... The post Girls Night Out: Sassy Personal Stationery…
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Crafter’s Night Out: Flea Market Style
Meg KowieskiThis Thursday we are hosting Crafter’s Night Out in all of our stores from 6 – 8 pm. For this workshop, we were inspired by one of our favorite summer pasttimes: flea markets! Some of our favorite market finds include vibrant oil cloth, unique vintage bottles and nostalgic black and…
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Countdown to Paper Source Girls Night Out!
paperThe countdown begins, only six days left until the Paper Source annual Girl’s Night Out! Some stores have already sold out– but don’t worry, encore events are already slated at select stores for Thursday, August 13. Don’t wait, register now! In honor of our new , this…
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Girls Night Out: Renew, Reuse, Recycle!
paper…with caring for the planet, in this years Girl’s Night Out: Renew, Reuse, Recycle! It’s the perfect combination of our classic crafting with a twist – using reclaimed catalogs, calendars and other papers to... The post Girls Night Out: Renew, Reuse, Recycle! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Crafter’s Night Out: Join us Thursday for Bastille Day
paper…shower, we’re smitten with the sights and sounds of France. And, to top it off, tomorrow is Bastille Day! Get inspired at the Bastille Day Crafter’s Night Out happening tomorrow... The post Crafter’s Night Out: Join us Thursday for Bastille Day appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Chicago mustache adventures
paperTurns out the new Stylish Self-Adhesive Mustaches at Paper Source aren’t just for Halloween – I use them to turn everyday errands into funny adventures! Recently I bought a pack of these when a friend of mine was visiting from Los Angeles. While we toured all of the famous Chicago…
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A New Year, A New Leaf Digital Download for January
Paper Source…download for dressing your favorite tech accessories are here. Our January wallpaper will inspire you to turn over a new leaf and start the year out fresh! Let’s start the new year together out fresh and renewed. Our soft, clean and greenery inspired design is the perfect palette refresher…
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New Workshops For February!
paper…have been inspired to create fresh, new projects for 2013 and our store team has found the perfect way to turn these ideas into workshops and classes you’re sure to enjoy. Check out some of our faves for Feb! February 16 – Party time Banner & Accents Workshop Create a party…
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Paper Source Workshop: Wedding Suites
paperWe had such a great turn out for our Paper Wedding and Morning Tea events. What fun it was to show off our new wedding invitation collection, as well as to have the chance for our customers to experiment with wedding rubber stamps and assorted stamp pads at the demo and make & take tables....…
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Behind the Scenes at PS HQ: Female Strong Idea Camp
Rebecca BurickThis July marked our fourth year participating in Female Strong’s IDEA Camp. We had two creative sessions making vision boards, talking about color and sharing our passions! Female Strong ® is a 501c3 non-profit organization and a community of committed individuals that offer hands-on…
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Holiday Gift Guide: Kids
Paper SourceAnother edition of our gift guide and this time we’re talking about what to get your favorite kiddo! Here are six of our top picks (and here’s a hint–it’s all about imagination and fun)! 1. We are obsessed with this Lille Huset Dollhouse. The company aims to cultivate…
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Holiday Series: A Few of Kristen’s Favorite Things
paper…about new products as much as our customers do– especially around the holidays! In this special holiday series, we talked to some of our noted taste-makers to find out about their favorite holiday gifts and crafts. From seasonal crafts to holiday gifts, check back weekly as... The post Holiday…
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What we are reading: Black Voices
Carolyn RiversOne of our favorite blogs is B&N Reads, a place to find out what’s new in the book world, hear from our favorite authors, and get great recommendations for books that should be on our reading list. For Black History Month we turned to B&N Reads for comprehensive articles about books and…
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Top 20 Ways to Ring In 2020
Paper SourceThis year we’re turning a new leaf to make this decade a roaring good time! At Paper Source, we want to help make sure you’re living a happy, healthy life. We want you to reach your goals and try new things. Check out our tips down below to set your 2020 vision. For... The…
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Buyer’s favorite: Holiday cards & crafts
paperIt is so warm here in Chicago. It hardly feels like it is almost Thanksgiving! In fact, it feels a little weird to talk about my favorite holiday products when I didn’t even wear a coat to work, but here goes… For crafting, a couple super-easy, but super-impactful items are the Snowflake Trim…
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Eat. Drink. And just BE married.
paperA few weeks ago Cindy asked readers to talk about their wedding inspiration and the discussion showcased so many thoughtful themes. It also gave me pause: What the heck was my inspiration? The Mister and I knew we wanted our guests to have fun, but we needed it to be a little more meaningful than...…
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Making handmade books
paperThis blog post has provided me with an opportunity to talk about two things I love: Our wonderful bindery department (yep, heard me right!) and the joy of learning to make handmade books. When I first came to Paper Source 7 1/2 years ago, our founder, Sue Lindstrom wanted to create our very own…
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A baby shower for one of our own
paperWe talk a lot about color around here, but it really can be inspirational. A room painted in yellow can leave you feeling sunny and pair of great pink shoes can make you smile. The same is true for inspiring memorable details for any event. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting a baby shower...…
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Packaging ideas for little treats
Meg KowieskiThere’s something about the holidays that makes our creative minds turn to baking. Maybe it’s the comfort of something warm as the weather turns so cold or the yummy smells coming from the oven. We’ve found lots of festive ways to package little treats with our favor boxes, box mailers and…
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Sign Up For January Workshops
Paper SourceTurn over a new leaf in 2020 by crafting and making friends! Our January workshops lineup has everything you need to get organized and get organized. From making your own calendar to using materials from your recycle bin, we have something everyone will love. We even have a camp for the kids. Read…
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Sign up for September Workshops!
Paper Source…below for an overview of each class and visit us online to reserve your spot now. Creative Planner Workshop Wednesday, September 18th 6:00-8:00pm Saturday, September 21st 1:00-3:00pm $40.00 Turn your planner... The post Sign up for September Workshops! appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Invitation Wording
Paper SourceWhen it comes to planning a wedding, stress can easily turn a happy occasion into a nightmare (cue the bridezillas). Tasks like venue hunting and shortening the guest list have their issues, but wording your invites should be fun and stress-free. When you’re ready to share the big day, use this…
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Celebrate An Empowering Woman In Your Life
Toy BrownThroughout March, we celebrated women-led brands with our Women We Love Initiative. Now, we want to turn the spotlight on the inspirational and empowering women in your own community! You know her, the one that works tirelessly but always with a smile on her face. The woman who knows how to lift you…
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How to Upcycle Your 2015 Calendars & Planners
Meg KowieskiAs I turn the final page on my planner and flip the final month on my calendar, I am always excited, not just at the prospect of it being a new year, but also for the opportunity to buy a cute new calendar and planner. While Paper Source has me covered when it comes to beautiful products to... The…
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Paper Covered Nesting Boxes Recipe
Paper Source…Boxes Materials: Decorative Paper Craft Boxes Scissors PVA Glue Paste Brush or Foam Brush Ribbon or Twine Step-by-Step On a sheet of scrap paper, turn a box base upside down, and wrap the decorative paper around the box to measure how much width of decorative paper you will need. If the box... The…
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Paper Source How-To: Bike Decor
Paper Source…have noticed, but we’re kind of digging bikes lately. They look great on aprons, journals, glassware and more. Here are some ideas on how to turn this athletic theme into decor perfect for any space. The great thing? These statement pieces are super easy! A Custom Mat Take your custom…
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Workshop: Fall Card Making
Meg KowieskiThe turn of the season always brings with it a creative spark. As Fall approaches we have warm colors and rich patterns in mind for our upcoming card making workshop: Colorful Paper Tapestry. Our inspiration for these card designs comes from vibrant textiles and embroidery. We played with…
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Spotlight: The Forest Feast
Meg Kowieski…department at Paper Source sees a lot of really great books year-round, but one in particular had more than a few people sneaking the book away to turn the pages. The Forest Feast is a captivating cookbook from Erin Gleeson, formerly of the James Beard Foundation and The New York Times Dining…
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How To: Halloween Treat Boxes
paperIf we could turn the planet on to Halloween parties, we think world peace could finally be achieved. To that end, we’ve tricked up one of our favor boxes to inspire your ghastly bash. This treat box is perfect for your favorite little witches and ghouls. It’s such a cute and easy way to…
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Now Available: Seasonal Positions at Paper Source
paperPaper Source holiday planning takes place amidst the heat of summer, and now that we have fallen into autumn it’s time to turn our heads to hiring for the 2012 Holiday Season. Our associates – permanent and seasonal – make the Paper Source holiday experience come alive. Who…
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A Baby Shower Keepsake for CEO Sally
paperWhen planning our ABC baby shower for CEO Sally we wanted to create a keepsake for baby Ella. Using a Kolo album the team pooled creative talent to turn our ABC theme into a baby book that showcased the alphabet through the creativity of Paper Source associates. The book ended up being more than…
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Upcoming workshop: Creative Spiral Travel Book
paperOur newest crafting tool has me dreaming up great gifts, like the perfect graduation gift for my nephews. The Zutter Bind-It-All let me turn old photos, loose objects and paper into a spiral bound keepsake book. Since many of you seek unique graduation gifts and creative ways to package your summer…
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How-to: paper doll pool party invitations
Meg KowieskiDress up our oh-so-sweet paper dolls and turn them into adorable party invitations for a child’s birthday or even your BFF’s bachelorette shower. Ours is going to a pool party sporting the latest in pool safety with her very own inner tube. To create this accessory, slice a curved line…
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How-To: DIY Oscar Viewing Party
Paper SourceRoll out the red carpet, it’s Oscar season! Check out our tips on how to make your invitations, set the table, and create a glamorous photo booth for the perfect viewing party. We’ve put together a collection of party essentials that are both effortless and bold. All you have to worry about is…
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Weekend Wants: New Journals
Meg Kowieski…on a rainy day, recording your favorite memories or doodling in the sun, the weekend is the perfect time to journal! Our Journal Buyer, Sadie P, talks about three of her favorites right now. Paper Source Exclusive. “Rifle Paper Company’s mint floral print is one of my all-time favorites, and they’re…
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Play with color!
Meg KowieskiIn his book “Interaction of Color,” Josef Albers talks about his method of learning about color. He uses experimentation and observation to show how colors interact with one another sometimes in a deceiving way. This play can help you discover colors that are influencers and colors that…
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3 Ways to Use Paper Flowers
Rebecca Burick…taking matters into our own hands… with handmade paper flowers. If you’ve never tried them out, they are easier than you think! Our flower kits come with all the pieces are cut out and simple instructions. Here’s a... The post 3 Ways to Use Paper Flowers appeared first on Paper…
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2017-Paper Source Colorscope!
Pearl Plotkin…your Colorscope is easy – just find your favorite color and check out what your Colorscope reading tells you about yourself. Maybe you even relate to a few! If you haven’t already, click here to check out our new Luxe... The post 2017-Paper Source Colorscope! appeared first on…
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Easter Bunny Card Recipe
Paper Source…Bunny Rubber Stamp Laurel Frame Border Rubber Stamp White Uni-Ball Pen Embossing Heat Tool Recipe Tips Stamp and emboss floral frame stamp. Stamp, emboss and cut out bunny stamp and adhere shape in place. Cut out banner, write... The post Easter Bunny Card Recipe appeared first on Paper Source Blog.
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Paper Source Holiday Crafting
Meg Kowieski…spirit quite like holiday crafting and we have multiple options to get in the spirit! Find out more about our holiday events and our holiday contest below. Holiday Card Making Crafter’s Night Out, Thursday, November 6th: Kick off the... The post Paper Source Holiday Crafting appeared first…
